Features Ingredients Herbal Immune Boosting Healthy Eats healthy Herbs Juice Bar Specialty Market Special Dietary Needs Best of CT Homepage Elderberry CT Guide To 40+ Immunity Boosting Products: Markets, Apothecaries, Herbs, Broth, Juice, Teas and More April Guilbault October 11, 2020 There is so much talk and discussion these days about immunity, staying healthy, and protecting yourself. When you ask fifty people about what they do to stay healthy you will probably get fifty different answers. Since every human is unique, something that works for one might not work for another! However, we all know that famous quote from Hippocrates about food being thy medicine, right? There are so many foods, plants, teas, and drinks that can potentially pack a real punch for strengthening our systems. There is a wide, intriguing world of healthy options out there, it’s just finding what works for you. May some of the ideas on this list help keep you healthy and safe in the months to come.Our guide includes over 40 local CT markets, juice bars, apothecaries, and products to help boost your immune system for 2020. Please note-while many folks may heartily believe in the wellness properties of the items listed below, some of these may not be verified by the FDA. This list is not intended to take the place of medical advice and you should consult with your own doctor before beginning any regimen or product.[AD: ATTN ladies! Nutrisystem for Women weight loss options come with 4-weeks’ worth of meals, all prepared and ready for you to eat. More info here]BD Provisions-Fairfield, Newtown, New Milford (opening Nov. 2020) www.bdprovisions.comBD Provisions has hundreds of healthy (and some more indulgent) products sold by the pound and available in sustainable containers. The beauty of buying in bulk is that you only buy as much as you need and you control the final price you pay. This allows customers to get healthy foods, with low waste, at an affordable price- benefits you just can't get with prepackaged food. Try their Elderberry Syrup in a Jar Kit! Everything you need to make your own powerful immunity boosting syrup at home (including Red Bee Local Honey). BD Provisions also carries dozens of gluten free products, Organic Maple Syrup on tap, Organic Snack Bites and unique grains like Organic Cracked Freekeh, Organic Jade Green Rice and Tri-Color Quinoa. They roast premium coffee beans right in the front of the store so you can watch your coffee beans being roasted and take them home still warm! Winner of Best Gourmet Grocery in Fairfield Living magazine and featured on marthastewart.com. Cross Culture Kombucha, Danbury www.crossculturekombucha.comProtecting our immune system is essential to staying healthy. Top tips for caring for our immune system include regularly exercising, reducing stress, eating varied nutritious foods, and reducing alcohol. What role does kombucha play? Kombucha is essentially tea which has been fermented with a culture. With the help of the fermentation process, the polyphenols and antioxidants in the tea become easier for the body to absorb, and organic acids, vitamins, and enzymes are produced. Kombucha is low in sugar and packed with beneficial bacteria. Research has suggested that the ‘friendly bacteria’ in fermented foods, including kombucha, can help to promote good gut health and fight against the bad bacteria that can make us unwell. Cutting back on alcohol can be tricky, but with a variety of flavors and styles of CCK, it’s easy to find a satisfying alternative. For beer lovers, both Hopped Peach and Hip Hops are phenomenal stand-ins for a craft beer. For rose wine lovers, Hibiscus Elderberry satisfies with a tart, bright and lightly fruity and floral, complex flavor. A Mojito, Jalapeno Watermelon, or Grapefruit Refresher in a stunning glass can eliminate the desire for a craft cocktail. For those who love a touch of sweetness, Cherry Vanilla, Jasmine, and Blueberry Ginger are favorites. Find CCK at the Westport Farmers Market, at over 100 businesses throughout CT, or directly at crossculturekombucha.com for curbside pickup in Danbury, or home delivery to most of Fairfield County. Herbal Deva, Fairfield County Follow on FB: Tynne Love Community Clinical HerbalistInstagram: @Herbal_DevaHerbal Deva is a second generation clinical herbalist serving the local community with medicinal herbs of the highest quality, integrity and commitment to sustainability. They source locally as much as possible and also from their small, urban, herb farm. They have been making Elderberry Syrup with local CT honey and Dragon Fire Fire Cider with all local ingredients for 20 years and it is currently made in Westport, CT. During Covid, Tynne, the owner/Clinical Herbalist, conducts private consultations with clients online for their convenience and safety. You can also find her all winter long at the Westport Farmers Market! Herbal Deva’s customers are committed to their health journey, and are curious about the role herbal medicine can play in it. Rather than shopping blindly, their trusted local herbalist helps to guide their path and ensure that clients are getting products of superior quality and taste. Herbal Deva’s motto is “Prevention is the best medicine” and they help you know learn how to do that! You can find Herbal Deva products online at Etsy @HerbalDevaLLC or herbaldeva.com Locally in CT : Double L market Westport,CT Sport Hill Farm, Easton,CT Source Coffeehouse , Blackrock,CTEdge of the Woods market , New Haven,CT It’s Only Natural Market, Middletown,CT, Avant Garde Branford,CT Take Shape Massage, Darien.J’s Homemade Elderberry Syrup, Bethel www.jshomemade.comJ’s Homemade Elderberry Syrup is a small batch, locally made wellness tonic. Their elderberry syrup is crafted with organic ingredients and raw Connecticut honey. J’s Homemade is made with six simple ingredients, each with a purpose. Started by a mom on a mission to proactively keep her family healthy, this syrup contains absolutely no artificial ingredients, preservatives, or additives. Most commonly known for its cold & flu fighting properties, elderberry syrup is naturally loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. Elderberry syrup can be taken straight-up, added to smoothies, mixed in yogurt, shaken up in cocktails, and more. J’s Homemade is a simple, delicious, and wholesome way to add a health boost to your day! You can find J's Homemade in various small grocers, farm stores and specialty stores across Fairfield County, Litchfield County and New York. For a full list of retailers, please visit their website.Liquid Nirvana, Avon, Glastonbury www.liquid-nirvana.comLiquid Nirvana, a family-owned juice and smoothie bar, pioneered offering clean and healthy products in Connecticut. They are dedicated to using the highest quality local and organic produce, and aim to blend a unique experience into every visit. They hope to exceed the responsibilities of a simple juice bar and offer a variety of services to enhance the wellness of their customers. Their products include smoothies, protein shakes, acai bowls, smoothie bowls, fresh fruit and vegetable juices, juice detox programs, salads, paninis, and make-your-own options. Everything is homemade and exactly as you would make it at home (but better). Fresh fruits and vegetables are something that most people struggle to get enough of, and they want to make incorporating them into your daily routine as seamless as possible. Community health and prosperity is the ultimate goal! Try the Liquid Nirvana difference, your body will thank you! Wildflower Centre for Natural Healing, Norwalk www.wildflowercnh.comWildflower CNH is a modern apothecary and wellness boutique specializing in time-honored apothecary services such as herbal compounding and custom tea blending. Their approach to health and healing encompasses the body, mind, and spirit and weaves together the wisdom and contributions of herbalism, nutrition, spirit medicine, and beyond. They offer proven botanical and nutritional supplements and healing remedies, herbal tinctures elixirs, bulk medicinal dry herbs, organic loose leaf teas, superfood blends, and essential oils carefully chosen for their purity and effectiveness. The Wildflower CNH mission is to inspire a personal and meaningful relationship with wellness, self-care, and holistic medicine. They aim to empower and energize people to take an active role in their health and wellbeing, and shine a light on the interconnectedness between a person’s individual health and the health of our environment. When someone is at their best they can live a more balanced life, give fully of oneself, and contribute to and strengthen communities. It’s a beautiful ripple effect that Wildflower CNH truly believes in and they consider it their highest privilege to support and facilitate self-care and wellbeing in all ways possible so that they may better the world one person at a time. BrothGood Bones Broth Company, Bridgeportwww.goodbonesbroth.comDelivery service for chicken and beef broths. Organic grass-fed beef, organic chickens and organic veggies all contribute to these nutrient, protein and collagen filled broths.Nit Noi Provisions, Norwalkwww.nitnoiprovisions.comNit Noi carefully crafts broths and Thai soups for delivery or pickup. Utilizing pasture-raised meats and organic vegetables, their broths (chicken, bone, vegetable, Defense, Revive, Restore) and soups (Green Curry, paleo, Thai coconut soup, dumpling soup and more) will be what grandma ordered when you are feeling the need for comfort. Or collagen. Or nutrients. Or just good sippin’. They also stock sauces and various Asian ingredients to help you make your own. Pre-order online.The Well, Wiltonwww.shopthewell.co“Good health through good food” is their mission and one of the ways they help you to achieve that is with their daily-made bone broth. Take-out by the cup/quart or you might like to try a 3 or 5 day bone broth cleanse. All foods are fresh and made on premises, and use the highest quality organic and natural ingredients. Elderberry SyrupHerbal Deva, Fairfield CountyFollow on FB:Tynne Love Community Clinical HerbalistInstagram: @Herbal_DevaHerbal Deva is a second generation clinical herbalist serving the local community with medicinal herbs of the highest quality, integrity and commitment to sustainability. They source locally as much as possible and also from their small, urban, herb farm. They have been making Elderberry Syrup with local CT honey and Dragon Fire Fire Cider with all local ingredients for 20 years and it is currently made in Westport, CT. During Covid, Tynne, the owner/Clinical Herbalist, conducts private consultations with clients online for their convenience and safety. You can also find her all winter long at the Westport Farmers Market! Herbal Deva’s customers are committed to their health journey, and are curious about the role herbal medicine can play in it. Rather than shopping blindly, their trusted local herbalist helps to guide their path and ensure that clients are getting products of superior quality and taste. Herbal Deva’s motto is “Prevention is the best medicine” and they help you know learn how to do that! You can find Herbal Deva products online at Etsy @HerbalDevaLLC or herbaldeva.com Locally in CT : Double L market Westport,CT Sport Hill Farm, Easton,CT Source Coffeehouse , Blackrock,CTEdge of the Woods market , New Haven,CT It’s Only Natural Market, Middletown,CT, Avant Garde Branford,CT Take Shape Massage, Darien.J’s Homemade, Bethelwww.jshomemade.comJ’s Homemade Elderberry Syrup is a small batch, locally made wellness tonic. Their elderberry syrup is crafted with organic ingredients and raw Connecticut honey. J’s Homemade is made with six simple ingredients, each with a purpose. Started by a mom on a mission to proactively keep her family healthy, this syrup contains absolutely no artificial ingredients, preservatives, or additives. Most commonly known for its cold & flu fighting properties, elderberry syrup is naturally loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. Elderberry syrup can be taken straight-up, added to smoothies, mixed in yogurt, shaken up in cocktails, and more. J’s Homemade is a simple, delicious, and wholesome way to add a health boost to your day! You can find J's Homemade in various small grocers, farm stores and specialty stores across Fairfield County, Litchfield County and New York. For a full list of retailers, please visit their website.Fat Stone Farm, Lymewww.fat-stone-farm.comStock up now on farm made, Connecticut Elderberry-Apple Shots: fresh-pressed elderberry with the addition of Fat Stone Farm’s own Apple Cider Syrup (yes, apple cider that has been cooked down to syrupy goodness). They guarantee that this is the least-processed elderberry syrup on the current market. If you are looking for a healthful gift for someone you love or are just crafty yourself, dive into their Elderberry Gummy Kit to make your own fruit-shaped elderberry gummies. Their master-pack has everything you need to make 240 yummy gummies and then have the supplies to keep making them all winter.Sage Rootz, Guilfordwww.sagerootz.comAlong with selling elderberry syrup and elderberry tea, they also stock cute kits to make your own elderberry syrup or a gift kit to give (talk about the gift that keeps on giving). Check their website and stay tuned to their events, as they have also offered classes on making the purpley, syrupy good stuff. A healthy twist on a girls’ night out!Whole Harmonywww.wholeharmony.comAll of Whole Harmony’s products are made without preservatives, added sugars or the often listed, mysterious “natural flavorings” and they dedicate themselves to whole plant medicine. Among other tonics and teas, they make Elderberry Syrup (classic recipe of elderberries, spices and local honey), Elderberry Restore (with the adaptogens Schisandra Berries, Ashwaganda, Eleuthero Root,Tulsi), Elderberry Calm (with soothing elements of Hops, Passionflower, and Skullcap); elderberry syrups with various herbs to help you rejuvenate or relax.Raw Vinegar/Apple Cider VinegarFat Stone Farm, Lymewww.fat-stone-farm.comMade in the beautiful shoreline town of Lyme, Fat Stone Farm’s Raw Vinegar-Apple Ginger Turmeric is fermented right on the farm and imbued with the all-powerful “Mother”. Add this vinegar to all sorts of dressings, drinks, marinades for a healthful and delicious zing. Whole Harmony, Haddamwww.wholeharmony.comThis Fyre is going to stoke your fires, yes siree. Folk Fyre-Raw Apple Cider Vinegar Tonic and Folk Fyre Blood are tonics composed of fermented apple cider vinegar, root vegetables and herbs. Folk Fire Blood has the addition of raspberries and beets and both versions pack a fiery punch to “warm up your digestive track”. These fiery tonics support gut flora and are anti-inflammatory. Every flu season needs that in its repertoire for health. KombuchaCross Culture, Danburywww.crossculturekombucha.comProtecting our immune system is essential to staying healthy. Top tips for caring for our immune system include regularly exercising, reducing stress, eating varied nutritious foods, and reducing alcohol. What role does kombucha play? Kombucha is essentially tea which has been fermented with a culture. With the help of the fermentation process, the polyphenols and antioxidants in the tea become easier for the body to absorb, and organic acids, vitamins, and enzymes are produced. Kombucha is low in sugar and packed with beneficial bacteria. Research has suggested that the ‘friendly bacteria’ in fermented foods, including kombucha, can help to promote good gut health and fight against the bad bacteria that can make us unwell. Cutting back on alcohol can be tricky, but with a variety of flavors and styles of CCK, it’s easy to find a satisfying alternative. For beer lovers, both Hopped Peach and Hip Hops are phenomenal stand-ins for a craft beer. For rose wine lovers, Hibiscus Elderberry satisfies with a tart, bright and lightly fruity and floral, complex flavor. A Mojito, Jalapeno Watermelon, and Grapefruit Refresher in a stunning glass can eliminate the desire for a craft cocktail. For those who love a touch of sweetness, Cherry Vanilla, Jasmine, and Blueberry Ginger are favorites. Find CCK at the Westport Farmers Market, at over 100 businesses throughout CT, or directly at crossculturekombucha.com for curbside pickup in Danbury, or home delivery to most of Fairfield County. East Coast Kombucha Company, Norwalkwww.eastcoastkombucha.com Kombucha is not something that easily fits into a descriptive box-not entirely a tea nor a juice or sports drink, but it’s got living organisms in it that are good (great!) for you. What is this mysterious concoction? It is an organic, probiotic packed fermented tea, brewed right in South Norwalk. East Coast has developed 5 mouth-watering flavors (classic, Hibiscus, Blueberry Ginger, Watermelon Basil, Ginger) as well as special “Limited Flavors” (current offerings: Peach Rose, Pineapple, Lemon-LIme, Strawberry). This is a mighty tasty way to help strengthen your gut biome. Sold in cans, bottles and growlers, they offer delivery and curbside pickup.It’s Only Natural Market, Middletownwww.itsonlynaturalmarket.comSaunter over to ION and belly up to their taps. On any given day, there are 8-10 taps of Aqua ViTea kombucha ready for your cups or refillable bottles. You can even bring your own bottle and fill ‘er up. Flavors such as blueberry cardamon (a best seller), ginger, peachmint, pink lady apple, strawberry, elderberry and turmeric will whet your whistle.Herbs/SpicesPenzeys Spices, Hartford and Norwalkwww.penzeys.com5 different types of cardamon, 17 different pepper/peppercorns, 5 various vanillas. Are you getting the idea of the variety that Penzeys stocks? They don’t just have a spice or an herb, they have different kinds within most categories. You never realized that you want to try so many cinnamons, salts, vanillas, pepper, or curry. For any recipe you are concocting this fall and winter, Penzeys has got you covered.The Spice and Tea Exchange, Mysticwww.spiceandtea.comRows and rows of bulk teas and spices in store and online. In addition, online they have a Wellness category that highlights various teas such as Ginger Turmeric Herbal Tea, Mate, Matcha Tea Sticks, and herbs that help promote wellness such as chamomile, dandelion root, maca powder, to name a few. Check out their Hibiscus and Chamomile tonics and The Tonic Collection containing powder blends of turmeric, beet root and chaga mushroom.The Spice Mill, Manchesterwww.spicemillct.comFrom dried mushrooms to whole-dried or powdered chilis, or bulk nuts to herbs and spices, this family-owned business began by providing all of these ingredients to restaurants. Now, they have a retail space as well, so whether you need 3 oz or 5 lbs, this place has it all. Bulk up for the winter.Mushrooms Candlewood Valley Mushroomswww.cvmushrooms.comExplore beyond the basic grocery-store white button or Portobello mushrooms and check out Candlewood Valley Mushrooms. They specialize in “uncommon delectables” like Oyster, Chestnut and LIon’s Mane mushrooms. CVM also sells packs of dried mushrooms online and posts recipes on their website, just in case you were wondering what to do with these beauties. Check their website to see where to purchase fresh.Added note: Looking for a deeper dive into the world of mushrooms and foraging? Check out the Connecticut Valley Mycological Society. The group hosts various “forays” (foraging expeditions) from early May through November and are a useful resource for all-things-mushroom.www.cvmsfungi.org Seacoast Mushrooms, Mysticwww.seacoastmushrooms.comGrowing between 600-800 pounds (pounds!) of up to 10 different mushrooms a week, the world is your oyster, blue oyster mushroom that is, when it comes to exploring intriguing forms of delicious fungi. Lion’s Mane (taste reminiscent of lobster or crab meat), King Oyster (meaty texture), Blue Oyster (sweet, woody taste) and so many more for all sorts of cooking, from soups to salads and “burgers”. Best part, order online to pick up at select farmers’ markets across the state. Fresh JuicesLiquid Nirvana, Avon, Glastonburywww.liquid-nirvana.comLiquid Nirvana, a family-owned juice and smoothie bar, pioneered offering clean and healthy products in Connecticut. They are dedicated to using the highest quality local and organic produce, and aim to blend a unique experience into every visit. They hope to exceed the responsibilities of a simple juice bar and offer a variety of services to enhance the wellness of their customers. Their products include smoothies, protein shakes, acai bowls, smoothie bowls, fresh fruit and vegetable juices, juice detox programs, salads, paninis, and make-your-own options. Everything is homemade and exactly as you would make it at home (but better). Fresh fruits and vegetables are something that most people struggle to get enough of, and they want to make incorporating them into your daily routine as seamless as possible. Community health and prosperity is the ultimate goal! Try the Liquid Nirvana difference, your body will thank you! Fresh Juice Bar CT, Danburywww.fresh-juicebar.comFresh and colorful! Fresh juices, shots, acai bowls, tea infusions. Lots of beautiful fruits and veggies used here, in addition to more unusual ingredients such as Irish moss (a species of red algae), pitaya (dragon fruit), amla (ancient medicinal berry), spirulina (blue-green algae), lucuma (a South American fruit), wheatgrass, elderberry, rhodiola (herb/adaptogen), cupuacu (a Brazilian fruit)-not your average juice bar offerings!Juice Press/Equinox, Darien, Southportwww.juicepress.comGreen smoothies (spinach, kale and assorted fruits), organic fruit smoothies, shakes (with cauliflower? yup!), colorful acai or Blue Magic bowls with lots of good greens, nuts, nut butters, milks, and your choice of toppings. If these deliciously fresh and nutrient packed items don’t strike your fancy, design your own smoothie with veggies, nuts, seeds and powders of your choice.Kure Spa & Wellness Center, Norwalkwww.kure-spa.comA full range of high-nutrient organic juices (7 varieties or make your own) and smoothies to keep you going throughout your day or give you a much needed boost (after a wellness service or just during your day). You can also get liquid “shots” of Blue Majik blue algae, ginger, or “Nature’s Flu Shot”, which is a mixture of ginger, garlic and honey. Buy some convenient Blue Majik (blue algae) packets to add to your own smoothies at home. They also use an on-site steam water distiller for super-pure water. Pure Alchemy Conscious Cafe, Wallingfordwww.purealchemyjuice.comTransform yourself with organic goodness in the form of “High Vibe” food. Doesn’t that sound good? Pure juices, creative smoothies (Lavenberry Dream with lavender and blueberries or Witch’s Brew with Blackberry, banana and basil), creative superfood smoothies (containing the likes of maca, cacao, hemp, kale, flax, bee pollen along with fruits and milks), protein shakes to stick to your ribs, hot or cold tonics like a Chaga Latte or Queen of Hearts (Cacao, nut milk, dates, astragalus, cordyceps) and “shots” that are energizing, calming, grounding and more. Phew! Go get ‘em.GarlicEssex Garlic Company, Ivorytonwww.essexgarlic.comFour varieties of organic garlic (including black!), shallots, and scapes (note: on hold for this year. Inquire about stock next season). On their website they also offer their own garlic powder and numerous “garlic gadgets”. That garlic baker will make the most wonderful roasted garlic-take note (also a good gift). Mark this farm for a future trip/resource. Pesticide and chemical free.The Garlic Farm, West Granbywww.thegarlicfarmct.comEven if you don’t make it there before the season ends, their website has lots of great garlic info and recipes (for garlic, scapes and eggplant) and updates on what they are growing and selling. They also sell cured garlic for cooking or planting at their farm generally through Oct (so hurry over now or plan for next year).Bulk Dry GoodsBD Provisions-Fairfield, Newtown, New Milford (opening November 2020)www.bdprovisions.comBD Provisions has hundreds of healthy (and some more indulgent) products sold by the pound and available in sustainable containers. The beauty of buying in bulk is that you only buy as much as you need and you control the final price you pay. This allows customers to get healthy foods, with low waste at an affordable price- benefits you just can't get with prepackaged food. Try their Elderberry Syrup in a Jar Kit! Everything you need to make your own powerful immunity boosting syrup at home (including Red Bee Local Honey). BD Provisions also carries dozens of gluten free products, Organic Maple Syrup on tap, Organic Snack Bites and unique grains like Organic Cracked Freekeh, Organic Jade Green Rice and Tri-Color Quinoa. They roast premium coffee beans right in the front of the store so you can watch your coffee beans being roasted and take them home still warm! Winner of Best Gourmet Grocery in Fairfield Living magazine and featured on marthastewart.com. Edge of the Woods Market, New Havenwww.eotwm.comExtensive bulk item area from basics to snacks. Just when you thought that part of the store was extensive, venture over to the bulk spice and herb area, with everything from Agrimony herb to Yucca root. Also in stock are just about a dozen loose teas, from black to green and varieties in between. Of note, in their bulk section they also stock “seeweeds and resins”, such as dulse, chlorella, Irish Moss flakes and powder and spirulina. In-store shopping or delivery.Food Works Natural Market, Guilford and Old Saybrookwww.foodworksnaturalmarket.comAlmost 30 years of supporting local farmers along the CT shoreline! They offer a hefty section of bulk herbs, grains, bean, baking flours, snacks, granola and dried fruit, much of which is organic. Gluten-free bulk items available too. In-store and curbside pickup available. Check out their website for discount programs.Harvest Moon Health Foods, Putnam www.harvestmoonhealthfoodsstore.tflmag.comSince 2003, Harvest Moon has been supplying the community with bulk dried fruits, nuts, seeds and a post-office box-style wall containing over 100 dried herbs and spices. This small store is jam-packed, their website is full of healthy recipes and “Wellness tools” and they also host event and classes. In-store shopping.Nature’s Goods Market, Middleburywww.naturesgoodsmarket.comOver 4,000 square feet of healthy goodness and filled to the brim with organic goodness. Grains, seeds, nuts, herbs, spices. Also bone broth, organic juices (with special immunity drinks)Thyme & Season, Hamdenwww.thymeandseason.net“20 years Keeping Hamden Healthy”. That’s what we like to hear! In-store or online ordering for delivery or curbside pickup (discount for first time orders). Pantry staples like oatmeal and pastas to nuts and berries (goji!) available in either bulk or family-sized portions. Added bonus: check out their website for their Fall Virtual Lecture Series, hitting on topics like medicinal mushrooms, sleep, stress, and work-at-home desk ergonomics.ApothecaryWildflower Centre for Natural Healing, Norwalkwww.wildflowercnh.comWildflower CNH is a modern apothecary and wellness boutique specializing in time-honored apothecary services such as herbal compounding and custom tea blending. Their approach to health and healing encompasses the body, mind, and spirit and weaves together the wisdom and contributions of herbalism, nutrition, spirit medicine, and beyond. They offer proven botanical and nutritional supplements and healing remedies, herbal tinctures elixirs, bulk medicinal dry herbs, organic loose leaf teas, superfood blends, and essential oils carefully chosen for their purity and effectiveness. The Wildflower CNH mission is to inspire a personal and meaningful relationship with wellness, self-care, and holistic medicine. They aim to empower and energize people to take an active role in their health and wellbeing, and shine a light on the interconnectedness between a person’s individual health and the health of our environment. When someone is at their best they can live a more balanced life, give fully of oneself, and contribute to and strengthen communities. It’s a beautiful ripple effect that Wildflower CNH truly believes in and they consider it their highest privilege to support and facilitate self-care and wellbeing in all ways possible so that they may better the world one person at a time. Ravenswood Natural Health, Simsburywww.ravenswoodnaturalhealth.com“Where science and nature hang out together”. Herbal reference books, herbs and supplies for your own tisanes, teas and more. No need to buy big amounts, they are happy to sell you all that you need for a batch at a time. In-store and curbside pickup.Twin Star Apothecary, New Milfordwww.twinstartribe.comAn extensive apothecary that stocks a wide variety of compounded tinctures, salves, tonics, flower essence blends, over 100 bulk organic and wildcrafted herbs as well as plenty of books on these subjects. Their calendar is always full of interesting classes and events, so be sure to check those out as well.Grow Your OwnGilbertie’s, Westport www.gilbertiesorganics.comTaking DIY to the next level! 100% organic trees of Meyer lemon, limes, Valencia oranges, potted up and ready to grow. You may also want to pick up a pot or two of organic herbs from their extensive collection for your indoor winter windowsill garden-for teas and cooking.Logees Greenhouse, Danielsonwww.logees.comFrom Allspice to Variegated Pink Eureka Lemons and Vanilla, you’ll be awed by the diversity of spice, herb, citrus and fruit plants that you can purchase and nurture to bloom.
